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Arts & Leisure July 18, 2007
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"Sound of Music" ready to premiere
Costumes, lights and set ready for action
      The costumes are ready, the set is built and painted, and lines and songs have been learned. Now, Director Nancy Davis and Musical Director Paul Dyer are putting the finishing touches on "The Sound of Music" which opens Thursday at the Peacock Playhouse in Hayesville.
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"Irons in the Fire" to fireit up July 20
      Folk, country, pop and original music will be featured in a free concert by "Irons in the Fire" at the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, N.C. at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, July 20.
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"Order of the Phoenix" casts a wonderful spell
Film review
MARCUS KEELY Sentinel Writer
      I've been trying to think of what to write now for four days or so. How do I begin to review a movie so anticipated, so heralded? The first step is to divide aspects of the movie into "the good" and "the bad," and then expound upon why such parts were deemed so.
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Henn Theatre to show Nashville filmstarring native
      It is hard for most of us to imagine what it would be like to be homeless, but consider what it would be like trying to raise a child while living and surviving on the streets of a big city. Murphy child actress, 10-year-old Constance Owl, spent two weeks doing just that while filming the feature ...
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How green is your Ethanol?
The truth on the alternative
      Ethanol is an alternative fuel produced from corn and is billed as a safer fuel alternative for the environment. As the market for ethanol booms, there is growing concern that not all biofuels are created equal when it comes to environmental performance. In fact, whether the impact is positive or ...
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Making green choices for a healthy home is getting easier
      A house becomes a home when we make it our place of renewal and family - a place where we unwind from our busy days and connect again with each other. We design interiors filled with the things we love to create a place of laughter, light and beauty.
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IN STYLE THIS MONTH:
City of Angels' Pop art period reinterpreted in Sculptural Lavatory and Faucet Collection
      Andy Warhol famously said of his road trip from Manhattan to Los Angeles in 1963: "The farther West we drove, the more Pop everything looked on the highways.
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Smell expert finds offensive odors change mood while driving
It's time to change the filter inside the car
      ""In our daily travels, we are affected by a number of smells - from excessive air pollution to local oil refineries, landfills and farms. The No. 1 odor people dislike most is the smell of fish, which we often experience when driving near waterfronts," said Dr. Alan Hirsch, M.D.
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Making room for puppy: A guide for new pet parents
      Now that the holiday season has arrived, many families are preparing to welcome a new puppy into their home. Bringing home a new dog can be one of the most exciting events in one's life. However, if a family isn't prepared for the work and effort it takes to be a good pet parent, frustration with ...
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THIS IS A HAMMER
Bachelor can't keep his bathroom clean
By Samantha Mazzotta
      Q: When my mom came to visit my apartment last week, she said she was appalled at the state of the bathroom. I admit it's a little grungy, but I don't have the time to scrub it from top to bottom every week. Is there a fast way to clean it so it passes muster the next time my mom visits unannounc...
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Summer doesn't mean forgetting about how to care for winter furs
      When it's warm outside you probably don't give much thought to the fur coat, jacket or wrap that you have in your wardrobe - but you should. Professional storage is essential to maintain the lustrous sheen and the longevity of your fur. "Annual storing and regular cleaning of your fur will help ...
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Tips for a successful self-move for any age
      Few things in life are more arduous and exhausting than moving. While moving into a new home can be exciting, the process of moving is rarely enjoyable. Such is the reason many people turn to moving companies when it comes time to change addresses. However, moving companies are an added expense an...
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Green is the new color for tourism
      It used to be that talking "green" in terms of the hotel industry meant you were probably interested in the cost of a vacation package. Today, however, eco-tourism is on the rise and the mention of "green" in terms of a hotel stay or vacation takes on an entirely different meaning.
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